The Film of Fear (Dramatic Reading)


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(4 stars; 61 reviews)

(Written under the pseudonym, Arnold Fredericks.)

Ruth Morton is a world-renowned film actress who seems to have it all: youth, beauty, wealth, and a viable career. But she soon becomes the target of a malicious stalker who begins sending her a series of cryptic threats. Dismissed at first, the stalker soon emerges as a legitimate -- and mysterious -- threat. She soon must call for the services of Richard and Grace Duvall, a husband and wife detective team who soon find themselves ensnared in a mystery where everyone soon becomes a target. (Summary by ChuckW)

Cast
Narrator: Bev J. Stevens
Richard Duvall: Chuck Williamson
Grace Duvall/Cabman #2: Amanda Friday
Ruth Morton: Grace Garrett
Harriet Morton: Caprisha Page
Miss Norman/Dr. Benson: Elizabeth Klett
Miss Ford/Film Fan #3: April Gonzales
Mr. Baker: Robert Hoffman
Martin Leary/Hotel Physician/Cabman #1: Moromis
Nora/Servant/Boss at Telegraph Office: Charlotte Duckett
John Stapleton/Mr. Edwards: AllenJohns
Mr. Curry/Scully/Janitor: Todd
Jim: Julia Niedermaier
Mr. Emmett: Ernst Pattynama
Man at Telegraph Office: Aidan Brack
Mary Wickes: Tara Dow
Film Fan #1/Clerk #1/Page: Katherine Edman
Film Fan #2/Tenant: Victoria Martin
Clerk #2: Kristingj

Audio edited by Chuck Williamson and Elizabeth Klett (6 hr 51 min)

Chapters

Chapter 1 18:11 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 2 11:21 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 3 20:54 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 4 26:09 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 5 31:05 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 6 15:51 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 7 20:22 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 8 19:44 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 9 15:33 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 10 25:45 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 11 31:29 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 12 17:51 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 13 29:13 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 14 15:24 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 15 11:47 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 16 10:28 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 17 22:37 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 18 14:01 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 19 20:49 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 20 12:03 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Chapter 21 21:15 Read by LibriVox Volunteers

Reviews

quite interesting


(4.5 stars)

I like the story very interesting me and my best friend listen to it Janie thought it was all right but I thought it was great certain characters I could picture very well like Duvall and Ruth Morton and crazy maniac lady as well as the monkey Poor monkey he had to die😢 otherwise great story really liked it you should listen to it

predictable


(3 stars)

I found this book great in the beginning but then became predictable as the story progressed. A few of the readers voices were annoying and I wasn't a fan of the detectives voice. It was a let down for me after a promising start which did get my imagination going.

Lightweight But Entertaining


(3 stars)

This is fluff from the early part of the century -- but interesting since it depicts a film studio in New York circa 1915, and the first flowering of the movie star culture. A decent listen for a long trip, but very few surprises along the way.

Nice book. Very good readers in general.


(4 stars)

The intonation of the detective was irritatingly unnatural, but it was clearly read all the same. The book itself wasn't great but enjoyable. Good listening for spare time. Great job and thank you all very much.

A tale of whose doing it!


(4 stars)

Nice little dramatic reading and a very good mystery. Really enjoyed it. Thanks to all the LibVibox volunteers for a great job. Well worth lending a ear to.

Good detective story


(3.5 stars)

For the writing, I wondered why what Grace overheard when bound wasn't mentioned. Love dramatic readings and readers. Chuck was as arrogant as any Sherlock voice I've ever heard, lol.

well done by all


(4 stars)

narration was exellant. acting was pretty good. Duvall's voice had me picture him as escentric. story was capturing. recording among the voices was even and clear.


(4.5 stars)

I enjoyed the story. I didn't like the actor's reading of the inspector. He sounded creepy and unreal. it would have been more realistic with an older actor.